"In Praise of a Higher Kingdom"

Scripture Passage

Psalms 144-145; Psalms 88-89

Scripture Focus

All of your works will thank you, Lord,
     and your faithful followers will praise you.
They will speak of the glory of your kingdom;
     they will give examples of your power.
They will tell about your mighty deeds
     and about the majesty and glory of your reign.
For your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom.
     You rule throughout all generations.
                                       (Psalm 145:9-13 NLT)

Observation

Here’s the thing: David is the highly successful leader of a rapidly expanding enterprise. He’s king over Israel during the greatest expansion of power, wealth, and influence the nation has ever yet known. And yet, in this psalm, his praise is directed towards an even greater kingdom—God’s kingdom!

They will speak of the glory of your kingdom;
     they will give examples of your power.
They will tell about your mighty deeds
     and about the majesty and glory of your reign.
                                        (emphasis added)

There are days I’m utterly frustrated with what I think I’ve accomplished in my life to this point, and days I’m way too pleased with myself. Today, especially, I want to follow David’s example and know that the only really important thing in either case is that my life serves the everlasting kingdom of my everlasting King.